American Go E-Journal

The AGA Board voted to approve funding for the College Matching Program at its October meeting.  Originally launched by former AGA President Mike Lash, the program allowed college clubs to receive financial support for starting go clubs.  The program was canceled when the AGA lost Ing funding several years ago, but has now been re-approved.  Colleges can apply to be AGF programs, which gains them access to go equipment from the AGF store.  Although no equipment is provided free, the AGA will pay for half of any purchases, up to $50, or up to $100 if the program is also an AGA Chapter. As the AGF store is a non-profit, full board sets can be purchased for just $10.  Equipment can only be used for in club play though, not for any specific individuals, and may not be resold.  Colleges also gain access to items like Hikaru no Go for the library, go books, and a host of AGF resources for supporting clubs.  More information can be found on the new AGF page for the program here. -Story and photo by Paul Barchilon, E-J Youth Editor.